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North American Lighting Accounts Payable Analyst - I in Paris, Illinois
Accounts Payable Analyst - I
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Date: Feb 27, 2026
Location: Paris, IL, US, 61944
Company: North American Lighting
Job Summary
Who We Are
North American Lighting Inc., member of the Koito Group of Companies, is the largest tier one automotive exterior lighting manufacturer in North America. As the market share leader in exterior automotive lighting, NAL provides advanced lighting technology, engineering design expertise, and state-of-the-art production capabilities to auto makers based in North America and around the world.
Our Opportunity
North American Lighting (NAL) is looking for an Accounts Payable Analyst - I to join our team. The ideal candidate will work under moderate supervision performing a variety of assigned tasks that include reviewing, analyzing and processing invoices for NAL purchased materials and services for payment.
Knows and applies fundamental accounting concepts, practices and procedures. Works under moderate supervision performing a variety of assigned tasks that include reviewing, analyzing and processing invoices for NAL purchased materials and services for payment. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to preform assignments.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Your Priorities
Analyzes and processes invoices for NAL purchased materials and services for payment
Audits and reconciles payments for assigned vendors prior to funding in the weekly check-run
Processes invoices into Accounts Payable system
Reviews and processes foreign payables
Performs research to resolve discrepancies and disputes with vendor billings
Audits invoices for accuracy, obtains appropriate approval, and processes for payment
Communicates with internal personnel to determine root cause of vendor discrepancies
Interacts with various outside vendors to resolve open issues
Assists with daily and month-end reconciliations of accounts payable sub-ledger to general ledger
Coordinates month-end vouchering of non-invoice expenses
Reviews non-PO invoices and processes for payment
Performs reconciliations and analyses of vendor accounts and A/P general ledger accounts
Prepares summaries and reports of vendor accounts and A/P general ledger accounts
Analyzes past payments for pricing consistency and overall payment accuracy relative to receipts
Provides training of department personnel on accounts payable processes and systems
Monitors the payables processes insuring consistency in their application
Makes recommendations for enhancements to departmental policies and procedures
Supports continuous improvement of departmental processes to insure effectiveness and efficiency
Performs other duties as assigned
The salary range for this position is $42,700 - $61,000 per year. Final compensation will be determined by location, skills, experience, qualifications, and the career level at which the position is filled.
Requirements
Your Background
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business, or a related discipline, plus 0 to 2 years of experience in accounting, business, or a related function.
Strong skills and abilities in the following areas:
a) Business software packages, including MS Office 365 with a proficiency in Excel
b) Organizational and planning skills
c) Mathematical and analytical skills with attention to detail
d) Written and verbal communications skills
At North American Lighting
Team Member Benefits
World class health insurance plans
Award winning 401k plan
Relocation assistance
Paid time off (vacation, sick, holidays, etc)
Supplier discounts (wireless, computer, vehicle, etc.)
Company sponsored wellness program including gym reimbursement
Diversity at NAL:
The mission of NAL’s Diversity Committee is to facilitate NAL’s ongoing and continuing efforts to foster a culture and atmosphere of mutual respect, for the benefit of all Team Members from different backgrounds, perspectives, and abilities that represent our communities.
You can learn more about NAL and our opportunities at jobs.nal.com.
All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, genetic information, and veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Requisition ID: 20842
Location: Paris CHQ